Module #1 Introduction to Classical Civilizations Overview of the course, significance of classical civilizations, and their impact on modern society
Module #2 Ancient Mesopotamia:The Cradle of Civilization History and achievements of Sumerians, Babylonians, and Assyrians, including the development of writing and law
Module #3 The Rise of Ancient Egypt Early dynasties, pyramids, mummification, and the role of pharaohs in Egyptian society
Module #4 Ancient Greek City-States Development of democracy in Athens, Spartan militarism, and the significance of the Peloponnesian War
Module #5 The Golden Age of Athens Cultural achievements of 5th-century Athens, including theater, philosophy, and the Parthenon
Module #6 The Roman Republic:From City-State to Empire Roman government, expansion, and conquests, including the Punic Wars and the rise of Julius Caesar
Module #7 Roman Imperialism and the Pax Romana Roman Empires administrative and architectural achievements, including the role of emperors and the Roman Senate
Module #8 Classical Philosophers:Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle Key concepts and contributions of ancient Greek philosophers, including ethics, metaphysics, and politics
Module #9 Theatre and Performance in Ancient Greece Origins and development of Greek tragedy and comedy, including the works of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides
Module #10 Art and Architecture of Ancient Greece and Rome Characteristics and styles of classical art and architecture, including temples, sculpture, and mosaics
Module #11 Science and Technology in Ancient Greece and Rome Achievements in mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and engineering, including the works of Archimedes and Galen
Module #12 Religion and Mythology in Ancient Greece and Rome Origins and significance of classical myths, including the Olympian gods and Roman festivals
Module #13 Womens Roles in Classical Societies Social, economic, and political status of women in ancient Greece and Rome, including their contributions to literature and art
Module #14 Slavery in Ancient Greece and Rome Origins, institutions, and abolition of slavery in classical societies, including the role of slaves in economy and culture
Module #15 The Legacy of Classical Civilizations in the Middle Ages Transmission of classical knowledge through the Middle Ages, including the role of monasteries and Islamic scholars
Module #16 The Renaissance Revival of Classical Culture Renaissance humanism, classical influences on art and literature, and the emergence of modern Europe
Module #17 The Impact of Classical Civilizations on Modern Society Influence of classical ideas on modern democracy, law, science, and culture, including the role of classical education
Module #18 Classical Themes in Modern Literature and Film Adaptations and reinterpretations of classical myths, legends, and texts in modern literature and film
Module #19 The Relevance of Classical Ethics in Contemporary Debates Applicability of classical ethical concepts, such as virtue and justice, to modern moral dilemmas and debates
Module #20 Comparing Classical and Modern Forms of Government Analysis of classical forms of government, such as monarchy and democracy, and their relevance to modern political systems
Module #21 Classical Civilizations in the Digital Age Applications of digital technologies to the study and representation of classical civilizations, including virtual reality and 3D modeling
Module #22 Museum Curation and the Display of Classical Artifacts Challenges and opportunities in exhibiting and interpreting classical artifacts in modern museums
Module #23 The Ethics of Collecting and Repatriating Classical Antiquities Debates surrounding the ownership, looting, and repatriation of classical artifacts, including the role of museums and governments
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The Legacy of Classical Civilizations career
